Edyie Slone

1958-2019

Edyie D. Waldron Slone, 60, of Greenup, Kentucky passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 in Community Hospice Care Center.

Edyie was born August 5, 1958 in McArthur, Oh. to the late Emmitt and Ivel Graves Waldron. Edyie was a former member of McArthur Christian Church, Greenup Christian Church and attended with her husband at Bridges Christian Church and Stinson Church of Christ.

Edyie was a Paraeducator with Raceland/Worthington School District. A friend to everyone, she touched many lives throughout her career at Raceland leaving a legacy for many to remember her. The school and the children in the school was her life. She was a teacher’s best friend.

Surviving her are; her husband; Brian Slone of Greenup, her father-In-law Bill Slone of Wurtland, her sons; Kyle Slone and his wife Rachel of Greenup, Darren Slone of Ashland, her daughters; Carrie Ann Slone of Ashland, and Samantha Stafford of Flatwoods.

In addition to her husband and children; she is survived by a brother; Matt Waldron of Columbus, and a sister Carolyn Crabtree of Chillicothe. Also surviving are grandchildren; Hayden Slone, Charlotte Slone, Karson Slone, Jonah Slone, Taylor Stafford, Jaxon Stafford, and one on the way. Truly our loss is Heavens gain.

Funeral services for Edyie were held Monday, April 22, 2019 at Wurtland Church of God.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Mrs. Edyie Scholarship Fund % First National Bank 380 S. Carol Malone Blvd. Grayson, Ky 41143.

Arrangements are under the direction of Music Family Funeral Home in Greenup.

Cody Grubb

1989 - 2019

Cody Allen Grubb, 29, of Flatwoods, passed away April 13, 2019 in Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital.

Mr. Grubb was born in Ashland, Nov. 16, 1989, to Karen Pridemore Grubb and the late Richard Grubb.

In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Clifford Grubb and Lucile Literal Sheppard; maternal grandfather, Russell Pridemore.

Cody was the captain of the Raceland Fire Department, station 20, and a member of the Worthington Fire Department, station 50. He was a member of the Little People of America where he was a gold medalist basketball player for the world games; he was also an Entered Apprentice Mason at the Fred M. Gross 953, Masonic Lodge in Westwood. Cody loved life; he loved to serve his community, help others and give back to those who helped him. In his free time, he loved spending quality time with his brother and keeping his mamaw busy with electronics. He also enjoyed a good game of competitive darts and playing pool.

He was a 2008 graduate of the Russell Independent School System. He was also active in the Raceland Legion, Post 43, the Ashland Eagles and the Ironton Moose Lodge.

Left behind to carry on his memory is his loving mother, Karen (Bill Bradshaw) Grubb; two brothers, Cory Grubb and Richard "Allen" Grubb; one sister, Tracy Mauk; maternal grandmother, Loretta Pridemore; best friend, and brother, Chaz Wireman; brothers and sisters fire fighters; and a host of many other family and friends who will miss him dearly.

Funeral Services were conducted Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the Raceland Fire Department.

Burial followed in Bellefonte Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers donations are requested to assist with final expenses.

Carman Funeral Home in Flatwoods is caring for arrangements.

Condolences can be left at carmanfuneral.com

Amanda Russell

1999 - 2019

Amanda Rose Russell, 19, of Greenup KY went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 15, 2019 at her home following a sudden illness.

She was born in Ironton Ohio on May 17, 1999 a daughter of Mark and Tammy Chapman Russell.

She was a greeter and cashier at Chick–fil–A in Ashland KY and a member of Cornerstone Pentecostal Church Apostolic Church of the Lord Jesus Christ.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, George and Ruth Russell.

She is survived by her parents, Mark and Tammy Chapman Russell of Greenup; a brother, Mark Russell II and his wife Joanna of Greenup; a sister, Stephanie Slage and her husband Thomas of Mineral Ridge OH; her maternal grandparents, Hursel and Dorothy Chapman of Greenup; six nieces and nephews and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Calvary Apostolic Light House 927 Monroe Street Wurtland KY by Pastor Daniel McDonald.

Wright’s Funeral Home in Greenup KY has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Barbara Duncan

1944 - 2019

Barbara Ann Duncan, 75, of Naples went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born in Princeton WV on March 6, 1944 a daughter of Mason and Dorothy Snead.

She attended the Wurtland Nazarene Church.

She was preceded in death along with her parents by two sons, Brian Keith Duncan and Sidney Lee “Sid” Duncan and two brothers, Willie Clyde Waugh and Ronnie Dale Snead.

She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years Roscoe Dalphis Duncan; two sons, Tim Duncan (Lynn) of Flatwoods and James Duncan of Wurtland; two daughters, Lisa Duncan (Charles) of Load and Becky Sue Colegrove and her husband John of Greenup; a sister, Sandra Seal of Princeton; 22 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Funeral services were conducted, Monday, April 22, 2019 at Wright’s Funeral Home in Greenup KY by Brother Kenny Martin.

Burial followed in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Ashland KY.

Silas Oney

1933 - 2019

Silas Denver Oney, 86, of Summit, passed away Monday, April 15, 2019 in Rivers Bend Health Care Center.

He was born March 30, 1933, in Greenup County, Kentucky, a son of the late Rev. James L. and Mary Griffith Oney. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Yvonne Dee Oney; brother, James D. Oney; and a sister, Lena Leibee.

Silas was a member of Westwood Church of Christ. He served honorably in the United States Air Force during the Korean War where he bravely delivered supplies to the front lines. He retired following 42 years of service from Armco Steel and 15 years of service from Cannonsburg Walmart.

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Beulah Davis Oney of Summit; son, Silas Craig Oney and wife, Kathryn of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; daughters, Deborah Conley and husband Paul “Corkie” of Summit, and Theresa Haney of Ashland; brother, Michael H. Oney and wife, Carla of Flatwoods, KY; sisters, Wanda Faye Tackett of Lexington, KY, Frances Stone Leibee of Westwood, Virginia Cordle of Westwood and Dorothy Yates of Flatwoods; grandchildren, Jennifer Batten, Amy Mounce, Amber Dalton, Kelly Chapman, Jessica Stewart, Katelin Oney, Alissa Oney and Jason Oney; 13 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild; and a host of loving extended family members and dear friends.

Funeral services were conducted Friday, April 19, 2019 at Steen Funeral Home 13th Street Chapel with Samuel Meek officiating.

A private burial will take place at McKnight Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Silas’s memory should be made to Westwood Church of Christ c/o Sam Meeks, 50 Williams Loop, Rush, KY 41168.

To share a remembrance of Silas or to express a condolence to his family, please visit: www.steenfuneralhome.com.

Rocky Waugh

1952 – 2019

Rocky Allen Waugh, 66, of Argillite went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 19, 2019 at his son’s home in South Shore KY.

He was born in Ashland KY on May 17, 1952 a son of the late Daunt & Roxy Hutchinson Waugh.

He was a self-employed carpenter and a member of the Community Tabernacle in Flatwoods KY.

He was preceded in death along with parents by his wife, Marjorie Lou Bayless Waugh; and a son, Dustun Lee Waugh.

He is survived by a son, Rocky Lee Waugh Jr. and his wife Sheena of South Shore; two daughters, Angela Waller of Ironton and Shawn Shaver and her husband Samuel of Mansfield OH; a brother, Joe Randy Waugh and his wife Debra of Louisa; a sister, Peggy Gollihue and her husband Bill of Mansfield; 10 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at Wright’s Funeral Home in Greenup KY by Brother Rick Evans.

Burial will follow in the Waugh Cemetery in Argillite KY.

Visitation will be one hour before the service on Wednesday.

Online condolences may be made at www.wrightsfuneralhome.com.  

Bessie Inskeep

1941 - 2019

Bessie Wilma Juanita McFarlin Inskeep, 77, of Flatwoods, passed away April 17, 2019 in Community Hospice.

Mrs. Inskeep was born in Franklin Furnace, Ohio, Sept. 20, 1941 to the late Ollie and Bessie Blevins McFarlin.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Terri Inskeep Sammons; brothers and sisters, Dennis Raymond Yates, Samuel Richard Randolph Yates, Chester Leroy Yates, Lenville Haril Yates, Delmous Paul Yates, Estil Elven “Gene” Yates, Mattie Ruth Yates McLeod, Leonard Windell Yates, Ramona Sue McFarlin, Dolly Beatrice McFarlin, Steril Cisco McFarlin, Bonnie Belle McFarlin, Estella McFarlin, Katherine McFarlin and Henry Riley “Dick” McFarlin.

Juanita was of the Christian Faith. She enjoyed genealogy, collecting Longaberger baskets, and playing with her dog, Dakota.

She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Donald Inskeep Sr.; son, Donnie (Christy) Inskeep Jr.; four grandchildren, Olivia Inskeep, Nicholas Inskeep, Shawn (Ashley) Deskins and Shyanne Sammons; two great-grandchildren, Maggie Deskins and Shawn R. Deskins.; and a host of many special nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, April 22, 2019 at Carman Funeral Home in Flatwoods.

Burial was in Palmer Cemetery.

Ralph Dillow

1924 - 2019

Ralph H. Dillow, 94, of South Shore, Kentucky passed away April 17, 2019 in Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky.

He was born Oct. 15, 1924, a son of the late William Dillow and Rebecca Wroten Dillow. Ralph was a WWII Veteran serving in the United States Army.

Preceded in death by his wife, Luna Runyon Dillow, June 26, 1993, one son, Chris Dillow, thirteen siblings, Charles Dillow, Lola White, Ernest Dillow, Goldie Hardin, Roy Dillow, William Dillow, Vincent Dillow, Clyde Dillow, Paul Dillow, Ben Dillow, Elmer Dillow and Thelma Hardin and son in law, Robert Sparkes.

Surviving are three daughters, Sheila (Jesse) Lyons of South Shore, KY, Sandra Dillow of Utica, Ohio and Penny Sparkes of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, fourteen grandchildren, thirty six great-grandchildren and eighteen great great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were Monday, April 22, 2019 at the Roberson Funeral Home in South Shore, KY, with Carl Collier, officiating.

Burial was in Bennett’s Chapel Cemetery, South Shore, Ky.

Military graveside services were by James Dickey American Legion Post 23, Portsmouth, Ohio.

Online condolences can be left for the family at robersonfuneral.com

Charles Maiden

1936 - 2019

Charles E. Maiden, 82, of Flatwoods, Kentucky went to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 16, 2019 at his residence.

Mr. Maiden was born August 20, 1936 in Huntington, West Virginia a son of the late Woodrow and Claudine Craig Maiden. 

Charles worked 36 years as a yardmaster for CSX after serving his country in in the U.S. Navy. Anyone who knew Ed though knew he was happiest on a boat chasing crappie. He chased the “big one’ all over always returning to his beloved Flatwoods. 

He is survived by two sons Charles (Michelle) Maiden of Flatwoods, Kentucky and Robert Maiden of Florida; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

There will be no services at this time. Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made at rlrfuneralhome.com.

Jonathan Paul Young

1983 – 2019

Jonathan Paul Young, 35, of Ashland, Ky, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital.

Mr. Young was born October 31, 1983 in Covington, Ky, a son of Anthony Dale Young and Trish Coles May.

He is also survived by his step-father, David May; one daughter, Briyanna Renee Young; four sons, Christian Alan Young, Alexander James Spurlock, Hayden Michael Young, Dylan Anthony Young; sister, Lisa Renee Young; brother, Scott Cazad; adopted brother, David Loveless; adopted sisters, Amanda Fannin, Brittany Daly as well as his extended family, friends and loved ones.

A memorial service for Jonathan Young was held Thursday, April 18, 2019 at Living Water Worship Center located at 1315 Marsh Hill Dr. Ashland, Ky 41102 with Pastor Mark Salyers officiating.

Alice Marie Oney

1930 – 2019

Alice Marie Oney, 88, of Westwood, Kentucky, died Monday morning, April 15th at her home following an extended illness.

She was born June 20, 1930 in Boyd County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late James and Anna Stewart Salyers. She was preceded in death, in addition to her parents, by a son; David Miller, 3 brothers: Noah Nelson Salyers, James Arthur Salyers, and Elmer Lee Salyers.

Surviving are a son; Dwayne Hatten of Westwood. A daughter: Denise Hatten of Greenup County. 2 brothers; Marvin and Joe Salyers of Cannonsburg, Kentucky. 2 sisters; Mary Pinkerton of Cannonsburg, Kentucky, and Flora Rye of Arkansas. She was also survived by 2 grandsons; Dennis Mays and Lee Adair. Alice Marie will be laid to rest in Dixon Cemetery, Westwood, Kentucky.

Ernest Spears

1958 - 2019

Ernest "Ernie" Lee Spears, 60, of South Shore, Kentucky, passed away, Monday, April 15, 2019 at South Shore Nursing Home.

Ernie was born September 25, 1958 in York, Kentucky, a son of the late Braxton M. and Lula J. Spears.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by two brothers, David and Ralph Spears and two sisters, Betty Meadows and Lucy Smith.

He is survived by three sons, Jamie (Missy) Bailey of South Shore, Kentucky, Jesse (Alice) Spears of Greenup, Kentucky and Matthew (Whitney) Spears of Greenup, Kentucky, two brothers, Winfred Ray (Herma) Spears of York, Kentucky and Braxton (Bernice) Spears of Greenup, Kentucky, three sisters, Delie Clark of South Shore, Kentucky, Leota (John) Conley of South Shore, Kentucky and Anna Belle Barber of Huntington, West Virginia and five grandchildren, Meadow Grace, Lillian, Harken, Bronson and Brooklin.

Funeral services were held Thursday, April 18, 2019 at Crockett L. Reed Funeral Home in South Shore, Kentucky.

Burial followed at the Spears Cemetery in York, Kentucky.

Freda Chapman

1945 - 2019

Freda Jo Chapman, 73, 0f Ashland, Kentucky went to be with the Lord Saturday, April20, 2019 surrounded by her loving children at Community Hospice Care Center, Ashland, Kentucky.

Freda was born June 23, 1945 in Argillite, Kentucky a daughter of the late Orville and Goldie Gillispie Tackett.

Freda was a retired Central Supply Tech from King’s Daughters’ Medical Center in Ashland, Kentucky. She was a member of the Liberty Baptist Church in Cannonsburg, Kentucky.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her Husband Leo Chapman in 1999; two brothers Clyde Tackett and Hassell Tackett; two sisters Phyllis Hensley and Esther Kees.

She is survived by one son Danny Baldridge and one daughter Deanna Rezvan both of Ashland, Kentucky. One brother Orville (Nancy) Tackett Jr. of Columbus, Ohio. Two granddaughters Megan Baldridge and Elise Rezvan and a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Reed Funeral Home in Greenup.

There will be no funeral service at this time.